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An Introduction to Comfort Suites Hotel’s 1951 West Green Bay Restaurant

September 23rd, 2009 No comments
by Matthew Wayne

Green Bay is becoming one of the fastest developing cities in Wisconsin. There is life to the city from morning ’til night. It is not hard to find a Green Bay restaurant anytime you want. The city boasts of a night life, so people can find all sorts of dining establishments even at night. This is on top of the nightclubs, bars and clubs. Indeed, this Wisconsin city is fast becoming one of the most exciting places in the state.

You will find really good restaurants here. For instance, if you are craving for American food, you can always drop by Cosmopolitan Suites and check out their 1951 West Restaurant. So, if you feel like spending cash on a really great meal, you can always check out this restaurant.

You and your friends, relatives or business associates will definitely enjoy a meal at any of these dining establishments. You will find all sorts of dishes in these restaurants’ menus. The prices also range from the cheapest to the priciest, depending on the quality of service and food. Regardless of your choice, however, you will find amazing selections of appetizers, main courses, deserts and spirits.

Every now and then, people would find themselves dining at all-American restaurants. Of course, if they are staying at Comfort Suites, they could easily visit 1951 West Restaurant. Although there are many restaurants in the area that offer relatively good food, this is one of the best places to visit if you would like to feel at home.

The restaurant can accommodate large group sizes. Of course, there are other Green Bay restaurants that offer the same, but this one definitely offers more than seats. You can definitely bring your family along on your trip, stay at Comfort Suites, and dine at 1951 West.

The restaurant can seat up to 9 people, so you can definitely bring your relatives and friends with you. They also have the Sterling room where you bring up to 40 guests along with you for luncheon or dinner. This is definitely the place to be.

Among many of Green Bay restaurants, Comfort Suites’ dining establishment is definitely not an ordinary American restaurant. You will definitely enjoy the old Chicago ambiance. The whole restaurant is inviting and casual.

The minute you walk in, you would get the impression that there is some pride that has been taken in this place. If you want to just have a really good dining experience, this is it. It cannot get better than this.

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The History Of Chicago’s Pump Room Restaurant

September 10th, 2009 No comments

Long a hangout of A-list celebrities, the Pump Room Restaurant in Chicago is still ‘hopping’ in the 21st century. The restaurant, memorialized in Frank Sinatra’s classic “Chicago”, was one of the first high level restaurants to open in Chicago after the Prohibition era. The eatery has seen countless celebrities including Marilyn Monroe, Clark Gable, Ronald Reagan, John Barrymore and countless others. For a while, it’s luster faded somewhat as the dining scene in Chicago led by Charlie Trotter passed it by.

Ernie Blyfield opened the Pump Room in the Ambassador East Hotel in late 1938. He took the name from an 18th century London pub favored by celebrities and nobility, including Queen Anne. The original pub got its name from the hot drinks pumped into the cocktails of its stylish clientele.

The Chicago Pump Room was a smashing success from the time it opened. It’s most desired table reserved for ‘A list’ celebrities was Booth #1, which for a time may have been the most sought after table at any dining establishment in the country. Booth #1 at various times hosted Frank Sinatra and his associates, Bogart and Bacall, Judy Garland and daughter Liza Minnelli, John Barrymore and countless others.

Blyfield died in 1950, but the Pump Room remained a Chicago hot spot and hosted a new era of superstars including Mel Brooks, Beverly Sills, Paul Newman, Robert Redford. More recently, Michael J. Fox, Eddie Murphy and Mick Jagger have made appearances. A funny story involves former Genesis drummer Phil Collins, who was refused entry for not wearing a jacket. The incident was commemorated in the title of his next solo album No Jacket Required which has since sold over 14 million copies worldwide and launched Collins into solo superstardom. Following its release, the Pump Room sent Collins an apology”and an appropriate jacket so that the incident wouldnt be repeated.

Since being purchased by the Dallas Restaurant Group in the late 1990s, things are hopping again, however. With the extremely talented chef Martial Noguier at the helm (who has worked in the kitchen of a number of Frances most renown chefs), and a $2 million dollar restoration of the facilities, the Pump Room is back among the rarefied heights of Chicagos best restaurants. Though the flaming food served on a sword that was the Pump Room trademark during its golden era is sadly absent (due to city fire codes), the menu is now up to snuff serving Noguiers sophisticated interpretation of classic American cuisine. In addition to the revamped cuisine, the Pump Room upgraded its wine offering and expanded the bar area.

Current Executive Chef Nick Sutton has continued the restaurant’s tradition of excellence. The big draw of the Pump Room, however, remains the amazing sense of history that the dining room offers. The realization that a who’s who of civilized American culture from Bogart and Clark Gable to Sinatra and Jackie Gleason broke bread in the room is a pretty amazing vibe. The good news is that the Pump Room again offers the quality of food and service worthy of such icons, and is a victory for culinary excellence amid the national infestation of mediocre chain restaurants.

Ross Everett is a Las Vegas and food industry historian as well as an expert on NFL football betting. He has served as a management advisor for many hospitality industry clients including restaurants, casinos and nightclubs. In addition, he’s a noted fight sport journalist, and writes extensively on strategies to successfully bet on NFL football, MMA and boxing.

What’s Missing in the West Coast

July 22nd, 2009 No comments
by Haylee Landford

The West Coast is famous for many of the rare exhibits of our country. California has the coasts, Oregon and Washington have the lush forests, and even Texas can claim a home in the West with it’s circus of entertainment and adventure. However, I can’t shake the different kind of excitement that is offered by our opposing coastal friends and their culture on the East Coast.

I seem to always have found my home in the Western United States, so my exposure to the East Coast has been limited to visits there. Returning from these visits, I would always feel a loss of the certain charms I saw in the East that were vacant in my own part of the world. Maybe with great effort, we can bring some Eastern delights to our side of town.

One particular delight that the East Coast has mastered would definitely be, pizza. Sure there is the famous California Kitchen with it’s thin crust, that I prefer to call pizza chips. But, what compares to a Chicago Deep Dish? I’m not talking Domino’s either.

You can’t order pizza like this anywhere you go. The East is swarming with the most delicious, melt-in-your-mouth pizza that can only compare to Italy itself. If you can’t fold the pieces in half, feel it dripping down your arm, or stretch the cheese across the table, than you dare not claim any quality close to these superb East Coast pizzerias.

Search all you want to in Utah, California, Washington, or even the laughable pizza of Texas, and it won’t hold the tiniest candle to New York City’s or Chicago’s perfected pizza pies. However, man cannot live on pizza alone, and there are other like enjoyments depriving the westerners. Not surprisingly for me, I’m also referring to food in this case also.

Buffalo Wings got their name for a reason. Don’t think I’m talking about Buffalo, Wyoming either. What the South has done with barbecue sauce, the East has done with a chicken wing. The delightful sensation or gnawing chicken bits off the bone has thrived all over, but not to the level of quality of the original in Buffalo, New York. Just give in and order yourself a whole bucketful, and watch it disappear.

I like hot wings just like the next person, especially smothered in bleu cheese, but my all time passion has got to be sandwiches. This passion was founded during my time in a place called Pittsburgh. This town has concocted the most unusual mouth watering creations ever found on a sub. The cheese steak sandwich taking the cake, with steak, cheese, coleslaw and fries — this is all on the sandwich, mind you — is a shame to miss out on.

And for all you Reuben fans, don’t assume you’ve had the best until you come to Pittsburgh. Even widening the expanse to gyros, pitas, or pierogies, Pittsburgh, or anywhere in the East, holds the rights to these culinary treasures. Take a chance of asking anyone in California to make you one of those. You’d be better not to embarrass them.

Too many of my cravings have been left ungratified because I sadly live on the wrong side of the country. However, while we may not have these certain things for ourselves in the good old West, we do have claim to our own luxuries that have no business on the Eastern seaboard. These favorites of the East Coast must make the east what it is, and therefore they can keep it too themselves. I can always come back for a visit.

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Stay at The Oaks Hotel & Conference Center – Midway in Burr Ridge Illinois

March 31st, 2009 1 comment

If you are traveling through Chicago Midway Airport, you’ll want to stay at The Oaks Hotel &  Conference Center. This lovely hotel is ideal for both business and vacation travelers. It is located within minutes from the airport and there is a complimentary airport shuttle to take you both to and from the airport – nearly 24-hours a day.

The Oaks Hotel & Conference Center offers guests easy access to many shopping and dining venues. There is also lots of cultural and entertainment available in the Burr Ridge area to enjoy. It is easy to see that this hotel is convenient to everything you’d want to see and do.

This hotel has many amenities that guest are sure to enjoy. There are 122 rooms in this location, with luxury whirlpool suites. Take a quick dip or a leisurely swim in the indoor swimming pool. There is an on-site fitness center for your convenience. Business travelers will especially appreciate in-room telephones with personal voicemail. Every room has a coffeemaker, hair dryer and an iron with an ironing board. Enjoy premium cable with special channels like HBO. Laundry services are available for guests. You’ll be sure to enjoy your stay with every luxury and convenience right at your fingertips!

What’s in Illinois?

January 11th, 2009 No comments

Being one of the most populated states does not stop Illinois from having so much to offer. There are numerous activities that you can do here; both indoors and outdoors. You will surely find an activity that is perfect for you when you are in Illinois. It doesnt matter if you are already living here or are just a visitor; there is something in store for you.

If you enjoy the outdoors then you will surely love that Illinois offers fishing and hunting expeditions. If you don’t fancy tracking down deer or turkeys you can always enjoy a pleasant walk at one of the parks. Be more adventurous and try going through a forest instead.

You may prefer to be indoors and that is perfectly fine since Illinois has an array of museums and historic sites which you can visit. Your kids can have fun too if you are taking them with you. A trip to the indoor water park or zoo will certainly make this a memorable experience for them. You may have a penchant for shopping just as most people do, satisfy your craving in one of the shopping complexes.

You also won’t want to miss visiting the festivals that Illinois has to offer. There are so many of them all year round, it doesn’t matter when you come. Parts of these festivals are the craft shows and fairs where you can find things made by the residents of Illinois. It will be a great chance for you to take home something that is made right here.

If you are already from Illinois or live nearby then, there is no reason why you shouldn’t be part of the festivities. If you have something great to offer, then why not go ahead and participate in the craft shows and festivals? It surely won’t hurt you to make some money while doing the things that you like.

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